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FOR TODAY: Happy Halloween

Outside my window . . . It's raining out there today. Not as bad as snow, I know but have decided that the Snowbirds must be bringing all this bad weather with them from up North.

I am thinking . . . I haven't posted anything since last Monday so that means it's been a rather boring week.

I am thankful . . . For a lawn that needs mowing, windows that need cleaning and gutters that need fixing because it means I have a home.

From the learning rooms . . . (if this applies)

In the kitchen . . .
I am wearing . . . navy blue sweats, maroon duofold top and slippers

I am creating . . .

I am going . . . to start getting my 'cold clothes' out of storage and giving them a fresh wash.

I am wondering . . . what happened to the Halloween party that we were supposed to have today?

I am reading . . .

I am hoping . . . that the rain stops in time for the kids to trick or treat tonight.

Around the house . . . ironing is on the menu today.

I am pondering . . .  What am I ready to tackle this Fall?  What changes or fixes have I been putting off?

One of my favorite things . . . a grilled cheese sandwich with a bowl of tomato soup

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . All Saints Day Mass on Tuesday, Hand & Foot Tournament followed by card Bingo on Wednesday, Dahli to the groomer on Thursday

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FOR TODAY

Outside my window . . . it's late afternoon/early evening here. The sun is getting ready to set in the West.

I am thinking . . . It was an absoultely gorgeous day here today.

 I am thankful . . . for everything that went right today.

From the learning rooms . . . (if this applies)

In the kitchen . . . is all cleaned up after a dinner of chicken, red skin potatoes & brussel sprouts.

I am wearing . . . jeans, a pink tee and slippers

I am creating . . .

I am going . . . to paint the final coat on the driveway tomorrow

I am wondering . . . why oh why I ever started this driveway project.

I am reading . . . the directions on paint cans.

I am hoping . . . the last coat of paint goes on w/o any problems.

Around the house . . . getting behind inside because I'm working outside.

I am pondering . . .  What things or activities do I need to start saying “no” to?  What is it that’s draining my energy?

One of my favorite things . . . Mondays and My Simple Womans Daybook

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . painting the drive will probably take the next couple days. Thursday is another doctor appointment and on Friday I plan to go to the farm.

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FOR TODAY: Published this one on Oct. 18th.

Outside my window . . . It's a downright dreary day out there. There's no rain or wind but definitely no sun either. We have some changes in the weather coming and none of it sounds good.

I am thinking . . . that I overdid things yesterday.  Bob Noyes pressure washed the driveway and sidewalk on Saturday. Yesterday I did the acid wash and will tape the edges of everything today.

I am thankful . . . that Christopher will come on Friday and paint the entire area for me.  It's wonderful to have sons who are willing to help w/o even being asked to.

From the learning rooms . . . I've learned a lot about how to prepare a concrete driveway for painting.

In the kitchen . . .

 Easy Apple Crisp


Ingredients


1 cup sugar
2 teasp. lemon juice
1/4 cup water
1/2 teasp. cinnamon
5-6 peeled, sliced large apples
3/4 cup flour
1/4 teasp. salt
6 tablesp. unsalted butter (NO substitute)


Directions


Combine 1/2 cup sugar, lemon juice, water and cinnamon in bottom of small baking pan. Slice in apples. Blend remaining 1/2 cup sugar, flour, salt and butter until crumbly. Spread over apples and pat smooth. Bake at 375°F. for 40-50 minutes, until apples are tender and crust is browned. 
Thanks to Toni  for the recipe.


I am wearing . . . jean bermudas, a blue Fresh Produce tee and footlets.

I am creating . . .

I am going . . . the Doctor today to have the staples removed and the pacemaker checked.

I am wondering . . . if it's gonna rain today as predicted.

I am reading . . . 

I am hoping . . . that I can stay away from Doctor's for a while.

Around the house . . . another load of whites in the washer. Ironing is starting to collect again. Darn!

I am pondering . . .   What is holding me back?  What keeps getting in my way or holding me back?  What clutter can be cleared from my home and life?

One of my favorite things . . . MacIntosh apples

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . Not much planned except for Chris coming on Friday. Can't wait to see what other fun stuff comes my way this week.

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FOR TODAY: Medical Issues

Outside my window . . . The sun is shining after a whole weekend of rain and wind. So happy to see Miss Sunshine has decided to visit us again and hope she stays for a long while.

I am thankful . . . that the placement of a pacemaker in my chest went well.  I tried sleeping on my left side for short periods of time last night and it was no problem.

From the learning rooms . . . I am reading the instruction booklet that came with the pacemaker and learning tons about the 'do's and don't's' of pacemakers

In the kitchen . . . My sweet friend, Jo brought over a loaf of banana bread yesterday so I'll be having a slice of that for breakfast along with a real egg. The only eggs in the hospital are scrambeled fake eggs.

I am wearing . . . pj's, white hoodie and socks. PLUS a band around my chest to keep me from raising my left arm.

I am going . . . to a potluck at the Community Hall tomorrow evening

I am wondering . . . how long it's gonna take to charge my golf cart. Seems to be taking longer & longer.

I am hoping . . . that the golf cart won't need new batteries.

Around the house . . . the outside electrical outlet and lampost light haven't worked since Bob washed my house last week. I need to call him about that.

I am pondering . . . (continuation from last week)What routines would I like to “fall back” into?  What are some old hobbies I would like to bring back into my life?  What is it that I really miss doing or participating in? Thanks to Barb's Blog for the idea.

One of my favorite things . . . a clam bake.  Sooooooooo yummy!

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . the home health nurse will visit each day to check the pacemaker insertion site, playing hand & foot a few evenings this week, painting the shutters I took down & rehanging them.

Here is picture I am sharing . . . Hopefully this picture will not gross anyone out.  Sorry if it does. Anyway, it's a picture of what the pacemaker looks like and how it's placed.

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FOR TODAY

Outside my window . . . Our temps are much cooler but . . . the sun is shining . . . the squirrels are chasing each other . . . the birds are singing . . . and the sky is a cloud free perfect blue color.

I am thankful . . . That my car is out of the body shop and looks just great.

From the learning rooms . . . I just learned . . . that my bank (Sun Trust) will start charging fees for using my debit card.  I'll be looking for a new bank.

In the kitchen . . .
Did a little baking yesterday.  A pineapple upside-down cake.  Shared some pieces with my neighbors.

I am wearing . . . pj's, a blue hoodie and socks with an afghan wrapped around my legs.

I am creating . . . starting a Charles Wysocki puzzle today called: Singing Piemaker's.  This one seems to be celebrating Thanksgiving.  I just love Thanksgiving so I'll love putting this one together.

I am going . . . to be running some errands today.

I am wondering . . . if Bob Noyes will be washing my house down today.  No sign of him yet and it's 8:40 all ready.  Perhaps he's waiting for it to warm up a bit.

I am reading . . . No new novels.  Finished reading the Sunday paper but haven't clipped the coupons yet.

I am hoping . . . that Amanda Knox is set free by the Italian court.  That all my friends that have medical problems right now will be blessed with a speedy and complete recovery.

Around the house . . . The new Florida room needs a quick clean. Hope to get that done this morning.

I am pondering . . . What is it I want right now?  How can I be even more true to myself?  What can I do to surround myself with more beauty?  What do I need to do to feel closer to the Savior? Found this at Blog'sBlog

One of my favorite things . . . Thanksgiving.

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . I need to take my trust paper's to the dealership, get a pile of stuff to the recycle bins, hair appt. on Wednesday, Dahli to the groomer on Thursday followed by a quick trip to the Vet for Dahli's flu shot & a trip to the farm on Friday.  Dick would like to go to the movies to see Dolphin Tale.  We also have a 40% off coupon for dinner at Disney that has to be used by the end of this month.

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FOR TODAY: It's my sons birthday. Hope yours is a wonderful day, Matthew.

Outside my window . . . It's the middle of the night and so dark outside.  For some reason, I can't seem to sleep so I decided to get up and do something useful instead of laying there just tossing and turning.

I am thinking . . . that I don't know why I can't sleep.  This is one of my least favorite things to happen.  There's really nothing like a good night's sleep and it distresses me when that doesn't happen.

I am thankful . . . for the clothes that fit a little too snug because it means I have enough to eat.

From the learning rooms . . . I am learning to take the negatives in my life and look at them in a positive way.

In the kitchen . . . roasted chicken with potatoes and carrots for dinner tonight

I am wearing . . . blue pj's and a blue hoodie

I am creating . . . a new Charles Wysocki puzzle named "Singing Piemakers"

I am going . . . to catch up on laundry today.

I am wondering . . . if it will take a long time to get the dent in the door of the new car fixed.

I am reading . . . and reviewing my legal docs.  Do you have all the documents you need?  Suze Orman says we all MUST have 5 important documents: a revocable trust, a will, a durable power of attorney, a power of attorney for health care & a living will.  I have all 5 of them but need to have the lawyer make some changes.

I am hoping . . . that Matthew has a wonderful birthday today.

Around the house . . . it needs a quick clean today or tomorrow.

I am pondering . . .  how the heck I missed seeing the big pole which I backed the car against which resulted in a big scrape on the side of my brand new car.  I hate backing up.

One of my favorite things . . . is being accident free.

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . the insurance adjuster will check the damage to the car & the car will be repaired,  playing cards on Monday evening, playing Bunco at the Shriner's on Tuesday, calling cardBingo on Wednesday, a quiet Thursday and playing cards on Friday.  Sounds (looks) like a lot but it's really not.

Here is picture I am sharing . . . my new car, of course.

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FOR TODAY

Outside my window . . . the sun is shinning and the birds are singing.  Looks to me like another beautiful day in Florida

I am thinking . . . that Grandparents Day was overshadowed by 9/11 yesterday.  Hardly anyone mentioned it.

I am thankful . . . that everyone played nice yesterday (9/11) and that no terrorist ruined the 10th year commemorations

From the learning rooms . . . (if this applies)

In the kitchen . . . baked potato, salmon pattie, peas and applesauce for dinner tonight

I am wearing . . . tan bermudas, lavender tee and footies

I am creating . . . a new Charles Wysocki puzzle named "Hellraisers on Halloween Night"

I am going . . . to the endocrinologist on Tuesday.

I am wondering . . . if he will tell me that my Ca++ levels are back to normal.

I am reading . . . yesterday's Sun News.  Time for coupon clipping.

I am hoping . . . that we can plan something special for Christopher's birthday on Friday.

Around the house . . . laundry all done yesterday.  Ironing patiently waiting.

I am pondering . . .  how all of those who lost loved ones on that horrible day 10 years ago have survived their losses.

One of my favorite things . . . are Charles Wysocki puzzles

A few plans for the rest of the week . . . not much going on.  I'm thinking it's time for a quick trip to Ohio sometime after Christopher's birthday.

Here is picture I am sharing . . .

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